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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
Alright, let's get one thing straight: I did not expect to like this book as much as I did. In fact, I picked it up thinking, “Great, another angsty teen drama with a tiara on top.” Boy, was I wrong. This book grabbed me by the collar and dragged me through a whirlwind of royalty, murder, and more scandal than a season of The Crown, and I loved every minute of it.
Meet Evan Bright, the American teenage lovechild of the King of England. Yeah, you read that right. This girl’s got more secrets than the CIA, and she’s about to be thrust into the spotlight in the most spectacularly disastrous way possible. Forced to spend the summer in London with a royal family that clearly missed the memo about modern blended families, Evan finds herself smack in the middle of royal life—and royal nightmares.
What really got me hooked was Evan herself. She’s sharp, sarcastic, and unapologetically herself in a world that wants her to be anything but. Her identity is spilled to the press faster than you can say “scandal,” and suddenly she’s the front-page headline. Oh, and did I mention she becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation? Yeah, talk about a summer to remember.
The murder mystery element adds a delicious layer of suspense that kept me completely engrossed. Every time I thought I had it figured out, another twist threw me off. And the secrets Evan uncovers? These aren’t your run-of-the-mill, swept-under-the-rug kind of secrets. We’re talking monarchy-shaking revelations that make the Kardashians look tame.Let’s just say Buckingham Palace’s walls have heard some things. These aren’t your garden-variety family secrets; these are bombshells that could upend the monarchy itself.
The dynamics within the royal family are pure gold. Watching Evan navigate her father’s frosty reception and her new siblings’ mixed reactions is like watching a high-stakes game of chess. Everyone’s playing an angle, and no one can be trusted completely. It’s juicy, it’s dramatic, and it’s incredibly entertaining. Evan is a protagonist you can’t help but root for. She’s snarky, resilient, and wonderfully imperfect. Her sarcastic inner monologue is a breath of fresh air amidst the drama and danger. Plus, the dynamic between her and her new royal “family” adds layers of tension and unexpected (often hilarious) moments.
Carter’s writing is spot-on for this age group—sharp, witty, and full of the kind of banter that makes you wish you were part of the conversation. The pacing is perfect, blending high-tension moments with just enough downtime for you to catch your breath (before the next wave of chaos hits).
So, if you’re in the mood for a royally good time with a side of murder, scandal, and a protagonist who gives zero you-know-whats about fitting into the royal mold, *Royal Blood* is your book. Five stars for a read that exceeded every expectation and then some. Bow down, book lovers, because this one’s a gem.
Meet Evan Bright, the American teenage lovechild of the King of England. Yeah, you read that right. This girl’s got more secrets than the CIA, and she’s about to be thrust into the spotlight in the most spectacularly disastrous way possible. Forced to spend the summer in London with a royal family that clearly missed the memo about modern blended families, Evan finds herself smack in the middle of royal life—and royal nightmares.
What really got me hooked was Evan herself. She’s sharp, sarcastic, and unapologetically herself in a world that wants her to be anything but. Her identity is spilled to the press faster than you can say “scandal,” and suddenly she’s the front-page headline. Oh, and did I mention she becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation? Yeah, talk about a summer to remember.
The murder mystery element adds a delicious layer of suspense that kept me completely engrossed. Every time I thought I had it figured out, another twist threw me off. And the secrets Evan uncovers? These aren’t your run-of-the-mill, swept-under-the-rug kind of secrets. We’re talking monarchy-shaking revelations that make the Kardashians look tame.Let’s just say Buckingham Palace’s walls have heard some things. These aren’t your garden-variety family secrets; these are bombshells that could upend the monarchy itself.
The dynamics within the royal family are pure gold. Watching Evan navigate her father’s frosty reception and her new siblings’ mixed reactions is like watching a high-stakes game of chess. Everyone’s playing an angle, and no one can be trusted completely. It’s juicy, it’s dramatic, and it’s incredibly entertaining. Evan is a protagonist you can’t help but root for. She’s snarky, resilient, and wonderfully imperfect. Her sarcastic inner monologue is a breath of fresh air amidst the drama and danger. Plus, the dynamic between her and her new royal “family” adds layers of tension and unexpected (often hilarious) moments.
Carter’s writing is spot-on for this age group—sharp, witty, and full of the kind of banter that makes you wish you were part of the conversation. The pacing is perfect, blending high-tension moments with just enough downtime for you to catch your breath (before the next wave of chaos hits).
So, if you’re in the mood for a royally good time with a side of murder, scandal, and a protagonist who gives zero you-know-whats about fitting into the royal mold, *Royal Blood* is your book. Five stars for a read that exceeded every expectation and then some. Bow down, book lovers, because this one’s a gem.
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
J’ai adoré ce livre, la plume, la storyline, la rythmique proposée par les chapitres. Les personnages sont toujours très bien décrits avec des belles évolutions. L’enquête menée est intrigante et nous pousse à tourner les pages, je l’ai dévoré en 2 jours et j’avais qu’une seule envie : lire le second tome
I think this is going to be a hit with the YA crowd. It's fun and gossipy. Teens who love all those dramatic CW shows (is that the network they're still on?) will be all over this. It'd be great for free choice reading, especially for teens who are more reluctant readers. Dishy, edgy, and fun. Read it in two sittings.
From a literary standpoint, I liked the elements of mixed media a lot. The pacing was excellent, but the actual plotting left a lot to be desired. Halfway through the book, it became a mystery, and it wasn't executed well. I am intrigued enough to put the next one on my TBR though because I think it has promise as a series. We'll see.
I'm a bit torn on the rating for this one, so I rated up. It's definitely for older teens - grades 9 and up. There are all kinds of trigger warnings you'll have to cross reference before adding it to any library (classroom or otherwise). I'm not going to list them all here because I'm positive I'll miss a few, but do yourself a favor and check it out before you add it to make sure it works for your population. I wouldn't have had any issue putting it in my own classroom library for grades 9 and up.
From a literary standpoint, I liked the elements of mixed media a lot. The pacing was excellent, but the actual plotting left a lot to be desired. Halfway through the book, it became a mystery, and it wasn't executed well. I am intrigued enough to put the next one on my TBR though because I think it has promise as a series. We'll see.
I'm a bit torn on the rating for this one, so I rated up. It's definitely for older teens - grades 9 and up. There are all kinds of trigger warnings you'll have to cross reference before adding it to any library (classroom or otherwise). I'm not going to list them all here because I'm positive I'll miss a few, but do yourself a favor and check it out before you add it to make sure it works for your population. I wouldn't have had any issue putting it in my own classroom library for grades 9 and up.
I’m a simple girl~ show me a YA or romcom book featuring royalty and I’m sold. This book was purchased without reading the synopsis and I’m so glad I bought it!
Evangeline Bright (called her Evan) is the illegitimate daughter of King Alexander of England. Half American and half royal blood, Evan has lived in the US with her mothers family. She’s spent the past 7 years hopping and bopping between boarding schools and now, after an accidental arson episode, she’s being sent to the UK until she reaches the age of majority. Evan’s father is surprised by this turn of events and her stepmother, Queen Helene, and half-sister, Princess Mary (Maisie) are the opposite of welcoming. After attending a disastrous party one of the attendees winds up dead and Evan is the prime suspect. She must work to clear her name while also facing the full frontal assault of the British press and media.
I don’t often read murder mystery/thrillers but this book was so good!! The only reason it took more than a day to read was because pesky obligations like work got in the way! The plot was excellent and captured my attention the entire time. The writing was easy to read and the attention to detail was amazing. The characters were all believable and I enjoyed watching them all grow. I also enjoyed the snippets and peeks at the British media on this book. I am relatively plugged into royal news and can say it’s 100% accurate to what I’ve seen over the past few years.
Evan is such a believable character in my opinion. She’s been living in boarding school for the past 7 years and cannot live with her mum. She also has never met her father and she just seems like a girl who craves love. The closest thing to a parent she seems to have is Jenkins, her fathers private secretary, who is always helping her when needed. When she’s whisked away to the UK she is so angry that yet another decision is being made for her without her input. And honestly, I can understand her anger. She’s smart, full of personality and a compelling main character. She has flaws, but they tend to be outweighed by her charisma.
I will note at the party where the murder takes place there is an attempted sexual assault. I didn’t see a trigger warning in the beginning of the book, so please be aware if this is a sensitive subject for you! It is brought up a few times throughout the book. It’s talked about in a very sensitive and respectful manner, but just be aware.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a book with a fish out of water half-royal, a murder mystery and an interesting look at the British media!
Evangeline Bright (called her Evan) is the illegitimate daughter of King Alexander of England. Half American and half royal blood, Evan has lived in the US with her mothers family. She’s spent the past 7 years hopping and bopping between boarding schools and now, after an accidental arson episode, she’s being sent to the UK until she reaches the age of majority. Evan’s father is surprised by this turn of events and her stepmother, Queen Helene, and half-sister, Princess Mary (Maisie) are the opposite of welcoming. After attending a disastrous party one of the attendees winds up dead and Evan is the prime suspect. She must work to clear her name while also facing the full frontal assault of the British press and media.
I don’t often read murder mystery/thrillers but this book was so good!! The only reason it took more than a day to read was because pesky obligations like work got in the way! The plot was excellent and captured my attention the entire time. The writing was easy to read and the attention to detail was amazing. The characters were all believable and I enjoyed watching them all grow. I also enjoyed the snippets and peeks at the British media on this book. I am relatively plugged into royal news and can say it’s 100% accurate to what I’ve seen over the past few years.
Evan is such a believable character in my opinion. She’s been living in boarding school for the past 7 years and cannot live with her mum. She also has never met her father and she just seems like a girl who craves love. The closest thing to a parent she seems to have is Jenkins, her fathers private secretary, who is always helping her when needed. When she’s whisked away to the UK she is so angry that yet another decision is being made for her without her input. And honestly, I can understand her anger. She’s smart, full of personality and a compelling main character. She has flaws, but they tend to be outweighed by her charisma.
I will note at the party where the murder takes place there is an attempted sexual assault. I didn’t see a trigger warning in the beginning of the book, so please be aware if this is a sensitive subject for you! It is brought up a few times throughout the book. It’s talked about in a very sensitive and respectful manner, but just be aware.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a book with a fish out of water half-royal, a murder mystery and an interesting look at the British media!
Definitely silly and unbelievable but that’s what l was in the mood for today.
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
Pretty good book. It felt a little bit slow and it really took a while for the story to get started and from there on it was a bit rushed. It also finished up a little too nicely but still left on a not very tense cliff hanger. However, the plot was interesting and the characters were likable.
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes